Leaning Tower of Pisa is known worldwide for its unintended tilt to one side. For a rewarding view, climb to the top. Designed to stand upright but built with a faulty foundation on unstable soil, this freestanding bell tower began to lean long before construction was finished. The tilt gradually increased until the structure was stabilized. The leaning was partially corrected by massive restoration efforts in the 20th century. Tilting precariously for centuries, the top of the tower has been displaced about 4 m (13 ft) from where it would be if the structure were perfectly vertical. Climbing the tower requires a reservation-based ticket, best purchased well in advance to avoid a wait. You can buy a same-day ticket that allows you to enter at a specific time, usually one to two hours after the purchase time. PutLeaning Tower of Pisa into our Pisa itinerary planner and find out what's close by, where to stay, and where to head next.
Create an itinerary including Leaning Tower of Pisa
© OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap contributors
Leaning Tower of Pisa reviews
-
This is a "must-see"...I cannot put a finger on why it affected me so much, but the workmanship, the beauty, the site near the sea, the town...the entire experience is special, whether you go with... more »
-
We drove 2 hours to get there with car from our accommodation, and left again after 45min. The Tower and church is beautiful, but the trip was not worth it. Rather buy a postcard. Money better spent..... more »
-
The leaning tower of Pisa has become a famous icon of Italy. We visited it in 2014 on our trip to Europe. As is the case with many monumental places in Italy, we had to park our bus far from the place. We took a second bus till the entrance of the leaning tower. There are lots of stalls outside selling souvenirs and leather items. From the entrance you can see the leaning tower and other structures enclosed by a high wall from all the sides. There are other structures around the leaning tower which has also stunning Italian architecture. I think all the structures including the leaning tower are made of marble, which can be found in plenty in Italy. The campus of leaning tower is very large to fit hundreds of people. It can be very hot on a sunny and dry day in Italy. But in the shades of the marble structures you really can feel cooler. It was great to see this monument once included in the seven wonders of the world. 👌🏼👍🏻
-
Amazing structure with fantastic landscaping. Maintained like brand new structure, as you will not find any damage or any cracks in anywhere! Best monument to take photos and ideal time to take it between 4 - 6 pm. Easily you can spend two to three hours in this place. Outside lots of small souvenir shops are available. We reached this place from Florence by train and from station to here by bus, which is very convenient.
Plan your trip to Pisa
Get a personalized trip
A complete day by day itinerary
based on your preferencesCustomize it
Refine your trip. We'll find the
best routes and schedulesBook it
Choose from the best hotels
and activities. Up to 50% offManage it
Everything in one place.
Everyone on the same page.
Popular things to do in Pisa
Side trips from Pisa
Hidden gems in Pisa
Historic Sites in Pisa
Kid-friendly things to do in Pisa
Trips to Leaning Tower of Pisa by other users
46 days in Italy
BY A USER FROM SOUTH AFRICA
Capri
Positano
Pompeii
29 days in Italy
BY A USER FROM SOUTH AFRICA
Capri
Florence
Milan
11 days in Italy
BY A USER FROM UNITED KINGDOM
Venice
Verona
Bellagio
5 days in Florence
BY A USER FROM CANADA
Palazzo Vecchio
Ratto di Polissena
The Baptistery of St. John
31 days in Italy, Germany & Switzerland
BY A USER FROM CANADA
Frankfurt
Heidelberg
Zurich
44 days in Italy, Switzerland & Lake Maggiore (Italy & Switzerland)
BY A USER FROM AUSTRALIA
Cinque Terre
Florence
Auronzo di Cadore